1 Year vs 2 Year Product Repair Under $8,000: Which Plan Fits?
By Sphero Coding Robots & Kits | PK-12 STEM Education, AI | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: Comparisons
Compare the 1-year and 2-year Sphero repair plans under $8,000 on coverage length, price, and accidental damage protection to decide which fits your school's device fleet.
Quick answer
Choose the 2 Year Product Repair under $8,000 plan if you need coverage beyond the first year and want to lock in a lower annual cost. Choose the 1 Year Product Repair under $6,000 plan if your devices are used lightly or you prefer to reassess coverage annually.
Coverage length is the main difference
The 2-year plan covers eligible Sphero products for two years from the date of purchase. The 1-year plan covers for one year from activation. If your fleet includes devices that stay in service for multiple school years, the longer term reduces the number of times you need to renew or rebuy coverage. The 1-year plan suits short pilots or single-semester programs where you want to revisit coverage after the first year.
Price and value trade-off
At catalog prices, the 2-year plan costs $275.99 (compared to $399.99) and the 1-year plan costs $173.87 (compared to $251.99). The 2-year plan costs more upfront but spreads coverage over two years, which can simplify budgeting for multi-year STEM programs. The 1-year plan has a lower initial outlay, but you may pay again if you renew for a second year. Neither plan's price includes the cost of the covered devices themselves; both are service plans for eligible Sphero products.
What both plans include and exclude
Both plans include Accidental Damage Coverage (ACC) and prepaid repair services. That means drops, spills, and other accidental damage are covered, and you prepay for repair service rather than paying per incident. However, the plans differ in the maximum product value they cover: the 1-year plan applies to products valued under $6,000, while the 2-year plan applies to products valued under $8,000. If your individual devices are valued between $6,000 and $8,000, only the 2-year plan qualifies. Neither plan specifies a limit on the number of claims, so check the full terms for any exclusions or deductibles.
Key trade-offs to weigh
- Upfront cost vs. total cost: The 1-year plan costs less initially, but if you renew for a second year you may pay more overall than the 2-year plan. The 2-year plan requires a larger upfront commitment but can be more economical over two years. Calculate the two-year total for each option before deciding.
- Coverage duration vs. flexibility: The 2-year plan locks in coverage for two years, which is convenient for multi-year programs but less flexible if your device needs change. The 1-year plan lets you reassess coverage annually, which suits pilot programs or evolving fleets. Match the term to your program's planning cycle.
- Value ceiling: The 1-year plan covers products valued under $6,000, while the 2-year plan covers products valued under $8,000. If any eligible device is valued between $6,000 and $8,000, the 1-year plan will not cover it. Check the value of your most expensive Sphero device before choosing.
Plan facts at a glance
- 2 Year Product Repair under $8,000.00 (ACC + PREPAID): Provides coverage for product repairs on eligible Sphero items valued under $8,000.00 for two years from the date of purchase. This longer term and higher value ceiling make it suitable for schools with multiple or higher-value Sphero devices that remain in use for more than one year.
2 Year Product Repair under $8,000.00 (ACC + PREPAID) - 1 Year Product Repair under $6,000.00 (ACC + PREPAID): Provides one year of repair coverage for items valued under $6,000.00, including ACC and prepaid service. This plan fits shorter deployments or lower-value device sets where you want a lower upfront cost and the flexibility to reassess coverage annually.
1 Year Product Repair under $6,000.00 (ACC + PREPAID)
Which plan fits your school?
Best for
- Schools with multi-year STEM programs that want coverage for more than one year
- Fleets that include Sphero products valued between $6,000 and $8,000
- Administrators who prefer to lock in repair coverage and reduce annual renewal tasks
Not for
- Short pilots or single-semester programs that need only one year of coverage
- Schools with devices valued under $6,000 that want the lowest upfront cost
- Buyers who prefer to reassess coverage every year based on changing device needs
